Overall score
Hinton
47.3/100
Seaham
42.2/100
Hinton vs Seaham, NSW Suburb Comparison
Hinton for families and investment; Seaham for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HintonSeaham
Crime rate
Hinton
46.2 / 1k
Seaham
105.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hinton
7
Seaham
1
Population
Hinton
471
Seaham
1,011
Metric leadHinton 6Seaham 43 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Hinton | Seaham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.3/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.0/100 | 50.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.2 / 1k | 105.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 25 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 7 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 10 |
| Green cover | 0.1% | 7.4% |
| Population | 471 | 1,011 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Hinton is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Seaham is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Hinton tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, nearby cafés and amenities, and a calmer planning outlook, while Seaham stands out for housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability.
Hinton suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Seaham is the stronger match for investors.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.